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English as a Global Language
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The future of global English References Index List of tables as mentioned in this paper is a collection of tables about the future of English references in the English language and its historical context, cultural foundation, and cultural legacy.Abstract:
Preface 1. Why a global language? 2. Why English? The historical context 3. Why English? The cultural foundation 4. Why English? The cultural legacy 5. The future of global English References Index List of tables.read more
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